It always makes me proud to love the world somehow- hate's so easy compared --…read more Jack Kerouac, Big Sur Having dinner at Treebones will definitely make one love the world just a little bit more. We were staying nearby at Lucia Lodge and needed a better dinner option. I emailed the front desk to see if we could get in (phone service is non existent at times in Big Sur but I did have WiFi at our room). They responded quickly, I got some cell service, and we confirmed our reservation for last seating at 8:30. Sydney at the front desk, great name by the way, also confirmed a $25 corkage fee for the special bottle we wanted to bring. We did the 4 course dinner and it was a pleasant surprise to have so many good choices with each course. I went crudo, soup, steak and panna cotta; the better half went with scallops, wood fired cabbage, steak and chocolate cake. We shared, all was divine :-) Service was on point, friendly and they never rushed us. We also bought a few items from the cute gift shop. The Morlet 2014 Cabernet I brought was incredible and a perfect match. Use lastbottle.com. I got this $300 bottle for under $100, well worth it to pair with this extraordinary meal. A beautiful setting, a beautiful meal, lovely service. They charge you automatic 20% gratuity, we added another 5% in cash. Highly recommended!!!

WONDERFUL. The Big Sur coast is rugged, dynamic, foggy, sunny, and gorgeous. Treebones is an…read moreadded treasure to the crazy california coast ! We loved our yurt, had so much talking to the staff (many of whom stayed through the recent fires!), and the food was GORGEOUS. You must do the sushi. And add on the sake tasting - even if you don't like sake. You'll be a convert. Hiking was spectacular, and we loved waking up to fog and QUIET.

Stayed 3 nights, the cabin was nice but had no microwave or fridge so you're forced to eat at the…read moremediocre cafe that's super pricey ($20+ for an ok burger) or drive a good distance to another pricey place. Had to heat left overs on the fireplace top. We got this room because of the view and jacuzzi tub advertised online. hours of trickling water and the tub hadn't filled. It was draining as fast as it was filling. A little plastic wrap shoved in the drain fixed it but still annoying. We woke up with an outrageous amount of bug bites. It was pretty warm and only had a ceiling fan, no ac. Overall pretty clean, hosts were nice. Need to do better on the website and add more pictures.

This is my first bad review on Yelp. I asked for a room and the cashier said she only had 2 cabins…read moreleft for $200. I then went outside to make a phone call and overheard her say to another customer that she cabins and one other room (at $150) available. There's even more, but lying to my face was what made me want to go out of my way to write this. Overall, this place was awful. The staff is pretentious and rude. If you can avoid stopping here, do it.

This place is a hidden gem…read more Windrush Inn operates sort of as a hotel and sort of as an AirBnB. There's no front desk or lobby and room access is via a code. The place changed ownership a few years ago and the new owner is great -- very responsive to text messages and made sure we were taken care of. Rooms are large, clean, and safe. It was a great place to stay with my wife and our dog. There's even a dog towel to wipe sandy paws which Baxter appreciated. Boardwalk access is directly across the street. There are only four rooms and the place is at the north end of Windrush Beach so it's quiet but not isolated. There are not a lot of amenities along the beach, so you definitely need a car to get around. We hope to stay here again when we need pet friendly accommodations.

This "no host" hotel is a gem along Big Sur. The accommodations were clean, stylish, and…read morecomfortable. Made the birthday trip worth the drive. You really need to experience this hidden gem before it's packed all year long!

Unfortunately for us, Post Ranch Inn was one of our first stops on an eight-day coastal road trip…read more Unfortunate because they set a standard no other property or restaurant was going to match. I knew that going in. It was still starker than I expected. Start with the property. When that is the view off your deck, why go anywhere else? Stunning doesn't cover it. We hiked much of the grounds and every turn delivered something new. The kind of place that makes you slow down without even trying. Then the restaurant. Everything was perfect -- service, quality, execution. Much of the food sourced on property or from the surrounding community. My wife declared the salad the best she'd ever had. High praise for a salad. High praise, full stop. Special shout out to our server Yasmany and bartender Thomas -- both exceptional. What struck me most was how effortless the entire staff made it look. These are people who deal with guests from around the world, all arriving with high expectations of a high-end experience. And yet nothing felt forced. Nobody appeared to be trying to impress us. It was just perfect service, perfectly delivered. That's the rarest thing in hospitality. Highlight of the trip. Hands down. And I suspect, never to be repeated.

PLEASE READ THIS REVIEW BEFORE MAKING A RESERVATION -- IT MAY SAVE YOU THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS…read more If you are considering booking an ocean-view room at Post Ranch Inn between May, June, July, or August, I strongly encourage you to do extensive research about Big Sur's seasonal coastal fog before spending your money. Based on our experience, I would never book an ocean-view room during these months again. We paid nearly $10,000 for two nights in one of the resort's premium ocean-view accommodations because the breathtaking ocean views shown throughout their website were the main reason we chose this property. Unfortunately, during our entire stay, the ocean view was completely hidden by dense fog. We never saw the spectacular view that was advertised and pictured online. What disappointed us most was the lack of transparency. The website showcases beautiful, clear ocean views but does not adequately prepare guests for the possibility that the view may be completely obstructed for an entire stay during certain times of the year. If guests are paying thousands of dollars specifically for an ocean-view room, they deserve clear information about the seasonal risk of persistent coastal fog so they can make an informed decision. Throughout our stay, we repeatedly asked staff whether the fog would clear. We were consistently told that it would likely clear within a few hours. Unfortunately, that never happened. The fog remained throughout our stay, and we never got to enjoy the ocean view we paid a premium for. What made this even more frustrating was that, after repeatedly being told by multiple staff members that the fog would clear soon, one employee later told us that they were not supposed to tell guests that the weather was expected to remain the same for several days and that these foggy conditions are common during this time of year. According to that employee, this type of weather often persists throughout much of the summer season. I cannot independently verify that statement, but if that information was accurate, it raises serious concerns about transparency. Guests spending thousands of dollars for an ocean-view room deserve honest information about the likelihood of actually seeing the ocean during their stay. The room itself also had maintenance issues. The bar sink was clogged, and the shower valve/faucet was loose and repeatedly fell while being used. We reported both problems, but neither was repaired during our stay. Staff apologized, but no one came to address the issues. For a property charging close to $5,000 per night, I expected much better communication, transparency, maintenance, and overall value. I fully understand that the weather is beyond the hotel's control. However, what is within their control is how honestly they communicate the risk of seasonal fog to potential guests. Had we known there was a realistic possibility of spending our entire stay looking at a wall of fog instead of the Pacific Ocean, we would have chosen different travel dates, a different room category, or a different destination altogether. The property itself is beautiful, but based on our experience, the value did not come close to justifying the cost. If an ocean view is important to you, think very carefully before booking an ocean-view room during the late spring and summer months.

Allegretto resort was a beautiful and nice place so was the restaurant our server Erick was an…read moreamazing server and was very polite and helpful but my problem was victor the server at the ciello restaurant victor was very disrespectful and unprofessional. I had asked him if he can get me another Sherly temple but when he turned around he said "what's up fool" very unprofessional and disrespectful.

One of my favorite hotels. For me you can judge your…read moreexperience by the second you check in . Staff attentive they recognize a birthday and had a small gift sent to the room. Hotel is clean beds coffee high ceilings?quiet a perfect stay ..

We have been to Bernardus at least 5 times now, it never changes. The staff is awesome, the food is…read moreamazing, and the beauty is second to none. Starting with Michael in reservations, to the first impression with Miguel at the valet. The front desk is always smiling and welcoming, and is a fingertip away if needed. The management is wonderful, we will miss Alysse but wish her well on her new job. Wait staff is always amazing, Kerry and Henry (I am so sorry if I got this wrong) Housekeeping is so friendly, the turndown is the added touch to a wonderful stay. The rose garden is beautiful, and so peaceful. We will be back!

Had a breakfast with a group of friends visiting from out of town. The service was excellent. The…read morefood quality was amazing. Hands down the best breakfast I have had in a long time.

POV: searching for glamping vibes and forest bathing in Big Sur…read more The property is spread across either side of the road. On one side is the lobby directly across the roadhouse restaurant. The other side is gated and has river access. We sat by the campfire and made smores, bought an inflatable donut at the store near the lobby, crossed a bridge, floated along the lazy river, and walked the beautiful lush grounds under the towering redwood trees. If I had stayed longer I would've put one of those yoga mats to good use. Cabins are clean, stocked, and cozy. I highly recommend staying a few nights in this peaceful place.

I truly believe this is one of the most special places to stay in Big Sur. There's a certain…read morefeeling you get when everything is just right--and the little Sur (room N) delivered the perfect setting - peacefulness, romance, and nature. The location of the cabin is right off the creek of their property. Also It had rained the day before, so a small waterfall was flowing directly across from our place. That evening we sat by the fire, roasting marshmallows and sipping champagne while listening to the water and looking up at the redwood trees. It was just so magical. One detail I especially loved was the heated bathroom floors--such a cozy surprise and something I'm definitely not used to! The entire cabin was spotless and beautifully maintained. I'm very particular about cleanliness in hotels so I brought my mattress vacuum cleaner to inspect--the bed and pillows were not dusty, which gave me a peace of mind. Overall, our stay was perfectly the way I want to remember this trip. If I had stayed somewhere else, I don't think I would have had a great of an experience in Big Sur. Ambience and the aesthetics of the property grounds is important to me and it checked off all the boxes. April turned out to be the perfect time to visit: sunny, peaceful, and more affordable than peak season. I loved everything about this stay and we're already planning to come back. Recommendations: the pillows are goose down so it doesn't work for neck support. Bring a pillow you like from home if you have neck issues. Also, in Little Sur, your bed is underneath a window. Turn the blinds upwards so you don't wake up to the light in your eyes:)

I spent three nights here with my husband and our small dog and we had an absolutely lovely time…read more We were greeted warmly and taken to the lobby via cart where we were checked in very privately and all of the amenities were explained to us. Our room was well appointed with a comfy bed and fireplace as well as a place for us to work. The bathroom was nice with a large tub for soaking and we had a private hot tub on our deck that we made very good use of. All of the food, whether it was room service or happy hour plates or meals at the restaurants (with the single exception of the Big Sur Smokehouse which was terrible and I do not recommend) was very good. As a matter of fact, I would say that the culinary experiences here were some of our best experiences overall, and that is saying a lot considering the level of customer service you receive at this establishment. We also hiked the trails with our small dog but unfortunately as much as they advise this is a dog friendly place, dogs are not allowed in the pool or soaking areas and you cannot leave them in the room, so by bringing our dog we did miss out on use of the pools and some of the other amenities. We were able to dine at the dog friendly restaurants though and again the food was delicious. Overall, this was definitely a five-star stay from the amazing service and accommodations to the delicious food to the ability to appreciate being surrounded by nature. We spent a lot of time relaxing in in our hammock or our hot tub, as well as snuggling in front of the fireplace. enjoying each other's company. This is the perfect location if you are looking to relax and unwind and was very romantic for us. We are planning another stay here soon and I am very much looking forward to it.

I returned to Alila Ventana Big Sur after staying in December 2021, as a Hyatt Globalist both…read moretimes. General service was still good, and I appreciated turndown. But this felt like a decline in standards, not just fewer amenities. Dinner at The Sur House was the main problem. At check-in, the remaining choices were 5:15 PM or 8:15 PM onward; we booked 8:15. On arrival, mussels and filet mignon were unavailable. I accepted sirloin and ordered medium. The steak arrived close to 9 PM. The server confirmed it had mistakenly been cooked medium rare. Rather than taking the whole plate back or replacing the steak, staff brought an empty plate and asked us to transfer the already-cut pieces onto it for further cooking. The same pieces came back, some so full of tough connective tissue that even a steak knife struggled. I could not eat them. We were then told hot food service had closed. After I said, "I'm still hungry," they offered octopus: a small portion over lots of potatoes. That did not feel like an adequate replacement. A guest accepting a reservation offered by the resort should not be left without a satisfactory dinner because of the kitchen's mistake. Elsewhere, the wine, fruit and cheese welcome had become popcorn and a letter; the minibar had six sparkling waters and three snack boxes, without the small Champagne bottle I remembered. Room service now cost $10 per delivery despite meals being included. Dinner was limited to one entree per person. I could accept that, but the food tasted worse to me, and two friends staying in another room also felt hungry. I also noticed overlapping dishes across restaurant, room-service and poolside menus. My issue is not missing freebies. It is food quality and how mistakes are handled--basics I expect even at an ordinary restaurant. At 55,000++ points or nearly $3,000 after tax per night, I would not recommend this experience.